OVERVIEW

Experienced Patient Financial Services and Revenue Cycle professional with expertise in account auditing, insurance billing, denial resolution, and complex claims management. Proficient in Epic SBO and healthcare revenue cycle systems, with a strong background in Workers' Compensation, Third-Party Liability, appeals, and reimbursement processes. Skilled at collaborating across teams, ensuring HIPAA compliance, and delivering accurate, timely account resolution while consistently meeting productivity goals.

SCHEDULE

Full -Time, 40 hours per week

SHIFT:

Hybrid, Flexible Schedule between 7:00am-6:00pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and preform audits on patient accounts to determine balances are being billed to the correct payer. Thorough understanding of how to identify if charges on a patient's account are correct. In depth understanding of what information is available to assist in the process, such as the medical records, chart view, MPI, etc. In-depth understanding of collection laws pertaining to worker compensation and third party liability claims. Become fluent and knowledgeable in the Single Billing Office environment within Epic Maintains a working knowledge of common billing and account resolution practices and requirements for hospital and/or clinic billing (SBO). Knowledge of how to work a claim from beginning to end Learn and create in-depth knowledge of all applications used by Patient Financial Services partners such as: Epic, Agility, Connex, Kronos, OneSource, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Claim source, On-Base, etc. Identifies the correct filing order per department processes when multiple insurances are involved Responds to inquiries from patients, insurance companies, attorney offices and outside vendors via mail, phone and/or email. Responds to inquiries regarding credit balances on Workers Compensation, Third Party Liability, Hospice, Skilled Nursing Facilities and Occupational Health accounts and initiates the refund process in the event monies are due back to the payer or patient. Responds to Billing reviews/ inquiries from other PFS groups such as Billers, Follow-up, Cash posting and Customer Service. Documents all encounters on appropriate patient account/claim utilizing notes. Ensures account is updated to accurately reflect the current status. Protects privacy and confidentiality of customers, patients and partners in accordance with Mercyhealth policies, the Code of Ethics and HIPAA laws. Review all Work Comp, TPL and personal injury settlement requests before sending them to the Supervisor. Work special projects and other job duties as assigned Verifies claims are received by the payer and follows up to obtain payment via phone calls, portal or websites. Reviews failed claims, resolves disputed and denied claims. Obtains and sends medical records as needed for Workers Compensation claims, Third Party Liability accounts and attorneys' offices. Drafts appeal letters when applicable based on payer requirement in a format that is legible and relates to the denied claim. Become familiar with ICD-10, CPT, and/or HCPCS Coding Systems as well as claim forms such as CMS-1500 and UB-04 as well as payer remittances. Calls patients, payers and attorney offices without hesitation to obtain needed information to resolve account balances. Identify trends with payer denials and escalates these trends to leads/supervisors. Works with appropriate revenue cycle staff when performing account resolution functions. Responsible to work assigned work queues, reports and spreadsheets. Participate in department meetings, workgroup meetings, and training sessions. Ability to adapt to change in a positive, sensitive and forward-thinking manner in demanding situations Maintains productivity standards as outlined in the Revenue Cycle department

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Microsoft Excel required and healthcare billing experience preferred.
• Undertakes self-development activities.
• Basic understanding of working in multiple software applications at the same time.
• 2 - 3 years customer service experience preferred or 1 year customer service in medical field preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE N/A OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong typing/data entry experience. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, accuracy and follow-through. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION N/A SUPERVISES N/A PAY RANGE

$17.92 - $27.97 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.